Language of instruction
Limited places available. Potentially available as a second of third preference.
City, University of London is a leading international institution with a long tradition of academic excellence dating back to its foundation in 1894. Famous alumni include Mahatma Ghandi, Margaret Thatcher, and Tony Blair.
Located in the heart of London, City is just a few stops from the British Library and the West End, and minutes away from the Square Mile - London's world-famous financial district.
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Long Spring Semester (Spring & Summer) | January–June |
| Semester 2 | Autumn Term | September–December |
Guides and additional information
City, University of London has online resources to help you get the most out of your exchange:
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Student testimonials
- B ArtsSemester 2, 2019
Life is short, go have some fun!
- B Business Management/Int. Hotel and Tourism ManagementSemester 2, 2019
I'm still in disbelief that I was able to live and thrive in such a beautiful city that is so far from my comfort zone.
- B Commerce/Information TechnologySemester 2, 2019
To me, the exchange was a process of self-development and exploration of academic and geographic.
Full-time study load
60 UK credits at City, University of London is equivalent to 8 UQ units.
Host university requirements
- GPA
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.0 to study at City, University of London.
Study Options
You must choose one admission school from the available list below. Further details are explained in the Additional academic information section.
- City Law School- Fact Sheet (2022/23)
- Bayes Business School- Fact Sheet (2023/24)
- School of Communication & Creativity (SCC), School of Policy & Global Affairs (SPGA), Department of Psychology (SHPS)- Fact Sheet for SCC/SPGA/SHPS (2022/23)
Semester Restrictions
Full-year exchange may not be possible at this host university.
Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.
Find courses
Students wishing to study within the Bayes Business School, School of Communications and Creativity (SCC), School of Policy and Global Affairs (SPGA), and Department of Psychology (SHPS),view the City course catalogue to find course information.
Students wanting to study within in the SCC, SPGA, and SHPS must go over the Additional academic informaiton section below for how to organize their modules.
Students wishing to study within the City Law School can only choose Year 3 courses listed on the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) program page, under the "structure" tab.
Minimal course information is available so students are encouraged to request elective credit.
Search the Credit Precedent Database to find courses offered by your host university that have been previously approved for credit at UQ. The database should be used as a general guide only.
You must still check the host university course catalogue to see if courses from the Credit Precedent Database are still on offer and in the correct semester of your exchange.
Study areas taught in English
Academic restrictions
Additional academic information
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Accommodation
City has a range of accommodation for students including halls of residence and private housing.
Cost of living
Study London provides an estimated cost of living per month during an exchange to City, University of London.
The Which? Student Budget Calculator is also a useful tool to help you create a budget and manage your finances while studying in the UK.
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ’s Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.
For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on UQ’s Travel Insurance web page (login required).
If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.
Students studying full-time in the UK for at least 6 months will be entitled to NHS hospital treatment. If you do not fall into this category, make sure you have health insurance before you leave home.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Organise your visa
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
City provides visa and immigration information for international students.
Contact the British High Commission for more visa information.
Travel risk levels
The University of Queensland cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with a risk level of 3 (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the Smartraveller website.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)